Cardiac Arrest Wearable Detection Devices And Motivated Patient Compliance Overview When an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) occurs, the initial step in the chain of survival is early detection. However, 75% of OHCAs go unwitnessed, which creates a significant barrier to triggering the necessary life-saving interventions. Wearable devices have the potential to act
Tag: Geriatrics
Alcohol Use Increases Risk Of Falling and Head Trauma In Geriatric Population
Alcohol Use Increases Risk Of Falling and Head Trauma In Geriatric Population Overview Falls are a prevalent concern among adults aged 65 and older and represent the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries in this age group. Alcohol consumption may elevate the risk of falls and exacerbate the severity of related injuries.
Hearing Loss And The Financial Advantage Of Cochlear Implantation
Hearing Loss And The Financial Advantage Of Cochlear Implantation Overview The study aimed to estimate the costs associated with severe to profound hearing loss (SPHL) throughout a person's life, including the financial impact and potential savings related to cochlear implantation. Data for the analysis were sourced from the National Health Interview Survey,
Intranasal Vitamin B12 Is Promising Therapy For The Geriatric Population
Intranasal Vitamin B12 Is Promising Therapy For The Geriatric Population Overview Vitamin B12 deficiency is prevalent among the elderly. Traditional treatment through intramuscular injections has notable drawbacks, prompting the exploration of safer and more convenient methods such as intranasal administration. This study evaluates the effects of two intranasal vitamin B12 dosing regimens
Periodontitis Patients Likely To Suffer From Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment
Periodontitis Patients Likely To Suffer From Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment In recent years, research has increasingly confirmed a robust epidemiological link between periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA), with studies since 2017 reinforcing this connection. However, questions remain regarding the reciprocal effects of treating either condition and the underlying biological mechanisms. This review
Cardiac Troponins And Mortality Risk In Emergency Room Visits For Geriatric Falls
Cardiac Troponins And Mortality Risk In Emergency Room Visits For Geriatric Falls Overview The occurrence of emergency department (ED) visits following ground-level falls (GLF) is frequent, with potential links to myocardial infarction (MI), particularly in older adults who may experience unrecognized MIs. To explore this connection, we conducted a prospective, international, multicenter
Statin Therapy To Smash Cardiovascular Risk In Diabetic Patients
Statin Therapy To Smash Cardiovascular Risk In Diabetic Patients Overview The study aimed to assess the impact of statin therapy on preventing cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), considering their baseline low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels. Researchers analyzed data from electronic medical records in Hong Kong spanning
Anticoagulation Therapy In Risky Geriatric Cardiac Patients
Anticoagulation Therapy In Risky Geriatric Cardiac Patients In the realm of cardiovascular health, the coexistence of atrial fibrillation (AF) with heart failure (HF) presents a significant challenge for anticoagulation, particularly in the aging population. Uncertainties abound regarding treatment efficacy and patient outcomes. The All Nippon AF In the Elderly (ANAFIE) Registry,
Dementia Risk Assessed By Brain Artery Diameter
Dementia Risk Assessed By Brain Artery Diameter Overview In this study, the association between brain artery diameters and the risk of dementia and stroke was investigated across three distinct population-based studies utilizing conventional T2-weighted brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) images. A total of 8,420 adults aged over 40 years from these longitudinal
Cataract Surgery Impact On Cognitive Test Scores
Cataract Surgery Impact On Cognitive Test Scores Overview This prospective observational study aimed to assess the impact of cataract surgery on mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia in individuals aged 75 years and older. Conducted between 2019 and 2021, the study involved 88 eligible patients who underwent cataract surgery. Cognitive function was
